A Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Computational biology or directly related field at time of appointment is required.

The successful applicants will be expected to have a solid background in statistical modeling and computational skills, research experiences showing independence and innovation, and demonstrated academic writing skills. Prior experience in quantitative data analyses for large-scale biological data is preferred. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from the date of hire with the possibility of re-funding.

Apply online at: https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/University-Park-Campus/Scholar-Postdoctoral_REQ_0000011750

Applicants must complete the Penn State application and must submit an application through Mathjobs.org with the following materials in order for the application to be complete: (1) Curriculum Vitae; (2) Statement of Research Experience and Interests; (3) Names and Contact Information for two references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions have been filled. Informal inquiries about this search may be directed to Dr. Qunhua Li (qunhua.li@psu.edu)

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